Learning objectives

Define "infection control" & related terms
Describe chain of infection
Explain why elderly are at higher risk for infection
Identify S & Sx of infection
Describe standard precautions
Explain hand hygiene, when & how to correctly wash hands
Discuss of PPE in facilties
List guidelines for handling equipment & linens
Explain how to handle spills
Explain transmission-based precautions
Define bloodborne pathogens & describe 2 major bloodborne diseases
Explain OSHA's bloodborne pathogen standard
Define tuberculosis, & list infection control guidelines
Define terms MRSA, VRE, Cdiff
List employer & employee responsibilities in infection control

Homework

Unit 5 Preventing infection.docx

Power point

Preventing infection unit 5.pptx